Good textbook for Ordinary Differential Equations?

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Can someone recommend to me a good textbook for Ordinary Differential Equations? One that easy easy to read. We are using the book "Advanced Engineering Mathematics" by Erwin Kreyzig.

It's an ok book, but I'd like a book that has more solved examples. Kreyzig's book doesn't have that many.

Thanks.
 
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Boyce DiPrima have a lot of examples, you can also try Coddington and my fdavorite, the one from Braun.
 


There are many great textbooks available for Ordinary Differential Equations, and the best one for you will depend on your learning style and needs. However, one highly recommended textbook is "Elementary Differential Equations and Boundary Value Problems" by William E. Boyce and Richard C. DiPrima. This book is known for its clear and concise explanations, as well as its numerous solved examples and exercises to help enhance your understanding. Another popular option is "Differential Equations with Boundary-Value Problems" by Dennis G. Zill and Warren S. Wright, which also includes a good balance of theory and applications. Ultimately, I suggest browsing through a few different textbooks and seeing which one resonates with you the most. Good luck with your studies!
 
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